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Immunology
Sofia Delgado-Serra, Jessica Sola, Nieves Negre, Claudia Paredes-Esquivel
Summary: Neural angiostrongyliasis, caused by the rat lungworm, has emerged as a zoonotic disease in Europe. The presence of A. cantonensis worms on the island of Mallorca, Spain, has been confirmed through sentinel surveillance and molecular analysis. Infected animals, particularly hedgehogs, exhibit specific clinical signs, and a single mitochondrial haplotype has been identified on the island.
EMERGING INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2022)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Benedicte Melot, Gauthier Delvallez, Ann-Claire Gourinat, Nicolas Molko, Cyrille Goarant, Yves-Marie Ducrot, Emilie Huguon, Cecile Cazorla, Martine Chauvet, Antoine Biron, Julien Colot
Summary: Eosinophilic meningitis is a rare disease predominantly caused by parasites, with Angiostrongylus cantonensis identified as the main pathogen in cases in New Caledonia. The study found that the disease primarily affects young adults and non-walking infants, with distinct peaks of incidence during the dry and rainy seasons. Identification of potential reservoirs is crucial for targeted prevention campaigns due to the high and regular incidence of cases.
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Parasitology
Xumin Zhou, Jinming Zhang, Jumei Liu, Jianyu Guo, Yong Wei, Jun Li, Peiqing He, Tian Lan, Lilan Peng, Hua Li
Summary: The study confirmed the expression pattern of miR-155-5p after Angiostrongylus cantonensis infection and found that its knockdown could alleviate brain injury, reduce the number of eosinophils, and decrease the expression of inflammatory cytokines. Additionally, miR-155-5p played a role in regulating the inflammatory response by modulating the phosphorylation of multiple proteins.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL FOR PARASITOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Immunology
William J. Sears, Yvonne Qvarnstrom, Eric Dahlstrom, Kirsten Snook, Lisa Kaluna, Vojtech Balaz, Barbora Feckova, Jan Slapeta, David Modry, Susan Jarvi, Thomas B. Nutman
Summary: The newly designed AcanR3990 qPCR assay demonstrates excellent sensitivity and specificity in detecting Angiostrongylus cantonensis, with potential wide applicability in clinical and environmental samples. The assay does not cross-react in cerebrospinal fluid samples from patients with other related diseases, such as neurocysticercosis.
CLINICAL INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
William J. Sears, Yvonne Qvarnstrom, Thomas B. Nutman
Summary: A molecular detection method RPAcan3990 targeting Angiostrongylus cantonensis with a detection limit of 1 fg/μl successfully detected all positive clinical samples from various regions. The assay showed optimal performance within a temperature range of 35°C to 40°C.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Johnnie Yates, Todd Devere, Sharin Sakurai-Burton, Brock Santi, Cali McAllister, Kiana Frank
Summary: This article reports a case of a woman with PCR positive A. cantonensis infection who presented with symptoms of small fiber neuropathy but no headache. After undergoing a series of treatments, the patient's symptoms improved significantly, but she still required medication for one year to treat chronic neuropathy.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE AND HYGIENE
(2022)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Helena C. Turck, Mark T. Fox, Robert H. Cowie
Summary: This study provides a synthesis of the knowledge on paratenic hosts of Angiostrongylus cantonensis and investigates their role in causing human neuroangiostrongyliasis worldwide. The review identifies various animals as paratenic hosts, including prawns, crabs, fish, frogs, lizards, and snakes. The potential of these hosts to cause neuroangiostrongyliasis depends on consumption frequency, preparation methods, and infection prevalence. Safe food preparation protocols and public education are crucial for preventing human infections.
Article
Immunology
Chiara Cattaneo, Marion Hoarau, Sophie Valois, Abdourahim Chamouine, Yacouba Dembele, Luis Collet, Raphaelle Sarton
Summary: Angiostrongylus cantonensis, endemic in Mayotte, leads to meningitis in young children, as seen in a 14-month-old boy who presented with psychomotor regression. Diagnosis was confirmed through brain MRI and cerebrospinal fluid PCR, with successful treatment involving lumbar punctures, albendazole, and corticosteroids for 2 weeks.
OPEN FORUM INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2021)
Article
Parasitology
Hung-Chin Tsai, Yu-Hsin Chen
Summary: Steroids have been shown to benefit patients with eosinophilic meningitis caused by Angiostrongylus cantonensis infection through downregulation of MMP-9 and oxidative stress pathways via glucocorticoid receptors. This beneficial effect of steroids also includes decreasing blood-brain barrier dysfunction and levels of NF-kappa B, JNK, and ERK. The mechanism of action involves the modulation of GRs and heat shock protein 70.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Daniel B. Roquini, Gabriel L. Silva, Leonardo L. G. Ferreira, Adriano D. Andricopulo, Polrat Wilairatana, Josue De Moraes
Summary: Human helminthiasis affects approximately one in five people in the world and disproportionally affects the poorest and most deprived communities. This study aimed to evaluate the antiparasitic and molecular properties of the major available anthelmintic drugs against Angiostrongylus cantonensis. The results showed that macrocyclic lactones, levamisole, pyrantel pamoate, and albendazole are important anthelmintic agents against A. cantonensis.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Microbiology
Divakaran Pandian, Tomas Najer, David Modry
Summary: Human angiostrongylosis, caused by larvae of Angiostrongylus nematodes, is an emerging zoonosis worldwide. The disease mainly manifests as eosinophilic meningitis or ocular form in humans. However, there is a lack of comprehensive studies on angiostrongylosis in the Indian subcontinent. Our research highlights the increasing incidence of angiostrongylosis in humans in India, emphasizes the importance of studying potential causes and clinical course of the disease, and suggests the use of monitor lizards as effective sentinels.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Susan I. Jarvi, Kirsten Nakayama, Praphathip Eamsobhana, Lisa Kaluna, Laura Shepherd, Yaeko Tagami
Summary: This study compares the antibody response in serum samples between antigens from Hawaii and Thailand and shows that the native antigen from Hawaii exhibits higher specificity than the antigen from Thailand.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE AND HYGIENE
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Natalia Martin-Carrillo, Carlos Feliu, Nestor Abreu-Acosta, Elena Izquierdo-Rodriguez, Roberto Dorta-Guerra, Jordi Miquel, Estefania Abreu-Yanes, Aaron Martin-Alonso, Katherine Garcia-Livia, Maria Antonieta Quispe-Ricalde, Jordi Serra-Cobo, Basilio Valladares, Pilar Foronda
Summary: Angiostrongylus cantonensis, the leading cause of eosinophilic meningitis, is an emerging zoonotic parasite found in only one of the eight islands in the Canary Islands archipelago, indicating a limited distribution possibly due to recent introduction or isolation effect. The presence of this parasite poses risks to humans and other animals, highlighting the importance of implementing control measures to prevent its expansion to other areas.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Hai Thanh Phan, Kiem Hao Tran, Huu Son Nguyen
Summary: Eosinophilic meningitis caused by Angiostrongylus cantonensis is uncommon in children. This case describes a 12-year-old girl from rural Vietnam with this condition who fully recovered after treatment.
CASE REPORTS IN NEUROLOGY
(2021)
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Parasitology
Randi L. Rollins, Robert H. Cowie, Ma Vida Echaluse, Matthew C. Medeiros
Summary: This study revealed that the infection prevalence and intensity of Angiostrongylus cantonensis varies significantly among different snail species in different environmental conditions, highlighting the importance of understanding the complex interactions between host species and their environment for the transmission of neuroangiostrongyliasis.
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Parasitology
Hung-Chin Tsai, Bi-Yao Lee, Chuan-Min Yen, Shue-Ren Wann, Susan Shin-Jung Lee, Yao-Shen Chen
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2015)
Letter
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Kuo-Lun Tseng, Chuan-Min Yen, Ming-Ju Tsai, Chung-Hao Huang
KAOHSIUNG JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
(2016)
Article
Immunology
Kuang-Yao Chen, Chuan-Min Yen, Kao-Pin Hwang, Lian-Chen Wang
JOURNAL OF MICROBIOLOGY IMMUNOLOGY AND INFECTION
(2018)
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Medicine, Research & Experimental
June-Der Lee, Li-Yu Chung, Rong-Jyh Lin, Jiun-Jye Wang, Hong-Pin Tu, Chuan-Min Yen
KAOHSIUNG JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
(2017)
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Parasitology
Rong-Jyh Lin, Chung-Yi Chen, Chin-Mei Lu, Yi-Hsuan Ma, Li-Yu Chung, Jiun-Jye Wang, June-Der Lee, Chuan-Min Yen
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Parasitology
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Parasitology
Hung-Chin Tsai, Bi-Yao Lee, Chuan-Min Yen, Shue-Ren Wann, Susan Shin-Jung Lee, Yao-Shen Chen, Ming-Hong Tai
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Integrative & Complementary Medicine
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BMC COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
(2013)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rong-Jyh Lin, Mei-Hsuan Wu, Yi-Hsuan Ma, Li-Yu Chung, Chung-Yi Chen, Chuan-Min Yen
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2014)
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Parasitology
Shih-Hsin Chang, Petrus Tang, Chuan-Min Yen, Kai-Ping N. Chow, Lian-Chen Wang
PARASITOLOGY INTERNATIONAL
(2014)
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Parasitology
Kuang-Yao Chen, Chien-Ju Cheng, Chuan-Min Yen, Petrus Tang, Lian-Chen Wang
PARASITOLOGY RESEARCH
(2014)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Rong-Jyh Lin, Jie-Wen He, Li-Yu Chung, June-Der Lee, Jiun-Jye Wang, Chuan-Min Yen
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Hung-Chin Tsai, Yu-Hsin Chen, Chuan-Min Yen, Susan Shin-Jung Lee, Yao-Shen Chen
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Parasitology
Hung-Chin Tsai, Yu-Hsin Chen, Chuan-Min Yen, Li-Yu Chung, Shue-Ren Wann, Susan Shin-Jung Lee, Yao-Shen Chen
KOREAN JOURNAL OF PARASITOLOGY
(2019)
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Otorhinolaryngology
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JOURNAL OF INTERNATIONAL ADVANCED OTOLOGY
(2012)